TriLite Technologies

We’re delighted to announce TriLite has successfully completed an extended Series A funding round, including significant investment from Continental’s Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) Unit, raising our total Series A funding to over €20 million.   "TriLite has developed an outstanding display solution for AR applications and Continental places high value on TriLite’s innovative technology. Beyond consumer applications we see high potential in various automotive applications," said Jürgen Bilo, Managing Director, Continental Corporate Venture Capital Unit.   As well as Continental’s CVC, the round included significant investment from an undisclosed global electronics supplier for TriLite’s Trixel® 3 projection display. Existing financial investors APEX Ventures, B & C Innovation Investments GmbH and TEC VENTURES also participated in this round.   “With this latest funding and the expertise of our strategic investors, we will qualify and industrialize our LBS optical engine for consumer AR systems and automotive applications," stated Dr. Peter Weigand, CEO of TriLite.   Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/dDWtfsj7   #funding #AR #augmentedreality #LBS #laserbeamscanner #smartglasses #display

Our head of product, Oliver Jones represented TriLite at the “Industrial AR/VR” panel discussion, part of the International Machinery Forum hosted by AUSSENWIRTSCHAFT AUSTRIA, ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA and Enterprise Europe Network Austria. During the discussion, we explored why augmented reality is a perfect fit for industrial uses like maintenance, troubleshooting, training, and safety logistics. We also looked at how AR and VR are reshaping the sector by improving learning, work processes, and communication, while addressing challenges like knowledge retention, inefficient knowledge transfer, unscalable training, and the growing skills gap. Many thanks to the moderator Ⓜ️ Sabine Madritsch and to the organisers! #Industrial #AR #VR #Trixel #LBS #Display #AugmentedReality

We had the amazing opportunity to attend the Tech Tour Deeptech & Defence event in Tallinn, Estonia! The event was a fantastic platform for connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and investors at the forefront of deeptech and defence. Our head of sales, Kevin Hockerman, represented TriLite at the event, showcasing how our cutting-edge AR display technology is driving innovation in the field and explore new collaboration prospects. A huge thanks to the organizers and all the inspiring minds we connected with! #AR #MR #LBS #Display #DeepTech #TechTour

Our principal optical architect, Dr. Louahab Noui, gave a presentation at the AR/VR Display Summit in Silicon Valley, California. Hosted by DSCC, a Counterpoint Research Company, and supported by Qualcomm, Applied Materials, and others, this event focuses on emerging display technologies for Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. In his talk, “Software-defined laser beam scanner display for high-volume augmented reality applications,” Dr. Louahab presented the unique characteristics of the software-defined Trixel® 3 laser beam scanner (LBS) display. This hardware/software combination makes the Trixel® 3 the brightest, lightest, and most compact AR display, addressing key consumer requirements. It is also crucial for mass production without the need for extremely tight tolerances. Dr. Louahab's analysis highlighted the advantages of using a laser light source, particularly in terms of image resolution, high luminous flux efficiency, small footprint, and the low mass of the Trixel® 3. You can find out more about our Trixel® 3 laser beam scanner display here www.trilite-tech.com.

We are excited to announce our participation in the Tech Tour 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 & 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 conference in 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗻, 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗮, on 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯-𝟰! This is an exciting opportunity to showcase our technology and connect with industry experts, investors, and leading companies. Learn more from Tech Tour's post below!

🌟 A Big Thank You to Our Summer Interns! 🌟 As the summer comes to an end, we want to extend our genuine thanks to the amazing interns who joined us at TriLite this year. Their hard work, fresh ideas, and enthusiasm made a real impact on our team. Internships are a key part of our company culture, offering valuable hands-on experience to students while giving us fresh perspectives on our work. It's been a great experience for both the interns and our team, fostering mutual learning and collaboration. We appreciate the effort and enthusiasm they brought to their roles. We wish each of them the best of luck in their future challenges - keep shining bright! Thank you for being part of our team! 🦋

With only week left until AWE Asia, we are thrilled to share that TriLite will be part of the AWE event in Singapore, from 26 to 28 August!   We are looking forward to the opportunity to connect with potential customers and partners who share our goal of advancing Augmented Reality technology. We are actively seeking collaborations with forward-thinking businesses and investors who are interested in pushing the limits with us to bring innovative AR solutions to the market. Our team will be on hand to chat about our technology so if you are attending AWE, we look forward to meeting you there! To schedule a meeting with us and learn more about what we do, please contact sales@trilite-tech.com. Augmented World Expo (AWE) is the world's largest conference and expo dedicated to Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Mixed Reality, bringing together innovators, creators, and thought leaders from around the globe. Here we will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, learn about the latest AR and XR trends, and share our vision for the future of AR. Find more about us: www.trilite-tech.com Learn more about AWE: www.awexr.com

We are super excited to participate in the Austrian Startup Pitch Night in Seoul, made possible by the Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN) in partnership with the Korean Startup Forum. The Austrian Startup Pitch Night is part of the GoSeoul program, which aims to support Austrian startups in expanding their businesses into international markets. The program offers a variety of services to startups, including networking opportunities, training, and market access. For TriLite, this is an amazing opportunity to engage with potential customers and partners who share our passion for advancing Augmented Reality display technology. We're on the lookout for collaborations with forward-thinking businesses and individuals eager to join us in bringing innovative AR solutions to the market. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this exciting journey! If you wish to meet with us during our stay in Seoul, and learn more about what we do, please contact us sales@trilite-tech.com. Learn more about GIN here: www.gin-austria.com Visit us: www.trilite-tech.com #GoSeoul #GlobalIncubator #AR #AugmentedReality #LBS #Display #Smartglasses

AR smart glasses to become successful consumer products, they must be manufacturable in high volumes at a low cost. What does that mean for their design and manufacture?   AR glasses have historically been bulky and expensive. They need to become smaller and cheaper - with the display system being the key component that needs change to convince consumers.   As well as consumers, OEMs, who will manufacture the glasses, need to be convinced about display technologies. They seek solutions that are mass-market-manufacturable and future-proof.   To address these demands, TriLite has implemented a 'software-first' approach from the outset, shifting complexity from hardware to software. This logical reduction in hardware complexity simplifies mass production, reduces component counts, and minimizes critical failure points.   We have developed a proprietary stack of algorithms, the Trajectory Control Module (TCM), for advanced control of the Trixel® 3 projector, minimizing the overall size and complexity of the LBS optical system.   To facilitate rapid market entry, explains Dr. Dietmar Gleispach, MBA Managing Director at TriLite, we have qualified a high-volume manufacturing services platform through partnerships with key suppliers for assembly and components, such as Infineon Technologies and TDK for MEMS mirrors. You can read the full article by Dr. Dietmar Gleispach here: https://lnkd.in/gHG9YgPy   You can also find out more watching TriLite CEO, Peter Weigand, talk at SPIE 2023 about meeting OEM expectations. https://lnkd.in/gPZrStJT

What is the best display technology for AR glasses? When comparing Laser Beam Scanners (LBS) to microLEDs, LBS emerges as the superior choice. TriLite’s CTO, Dr. Jörg Reitterer, sheds light on the reasons.   Selecting the optimal display technology involves assessing key factors like brightness, size, and power consumption. Jörg points out that while panel-based displays are common, they often require external optics and can be cumbersome.   Considering microLED displays, they are effective for applications requiring large displays with a wide pixel pitch, such as in TVs or automotive displays.   But for AR glasses, microLEDs with small pixel pitches still need to overcome some fundamental issues for high volume adoption. They have lower efficiency for small pixels, which means lower brightness, increased power consumption and more thermal issues. Additionally, small microLED displays frequently struggle with production yield and achieving uniform color and brightness.   In contrast, LBS displays are not only compact but also efficiently scale to provide a broader field of view without enlarging the display optics. This scalability has enabled the development of our ultra-compact Trixel® 3 projector, making it an exemplary solution for AR smart glasses.   Read more in Jörg’s article,"Seeing Beyond Reality: What Are the Key Requirements for AR Glasses?" https://lnkd.in/dZ4RgupP #AR #smartglasses #LBS #laserbeamscanning #display #microLED #mLED